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Celebrate the Gift of Trees in Your Life

For some reason, this poem speaks to me of trees. May I too stand steadfast and strong, rooted in my own essential ways of being and doing.

There is so much power
to be found in a single thought
so much potential
in a singular idea
shining bright and brilliant
in my mind’s eye
like a beckoning star
winking from afar
a glimmering possibility
in the firmament
of quantum realities

And what is mine to do
is to stay steadfast
and brave-hearted
coeur-ageous*** and perhaps
even outrageously willing
to chart my own curious course
dodging both naysayers
and dogged bet-the-odds players
while holding firm and fervently
to what I deem to be worthy
and true for me

*** coeur is French for heart

Minx Boren
Minx Borenhttps://coachminx.com/
Minx Boren is a Master Certified Coach, credentialed through the International Coach Federation, as well as a motivational speaker and workshop/webinar facilitator. She is author/co-author of sixteen books, including Friendship Is a Journey, Healing Is a Journey, and, most recently, Decades of Gratitude, Gusto, Grit & Grace. Minx is a longtime community leader and activist and has served as president of Executive Women of the Palm Beaches 2013-14 and as a member of the Board of Directors of The Women’s Foundation of Florida since 2007. She is the 2013 recipient of the Giraffe Project, presented by Women’s Chamber of Commerce to women who “stick their neck out for others. ”Her current focus is on exploring with olders what it means to grow into our later years with gratitude, grace, and gusto. As an adjunct professor at FAU Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, she offers courses on such topics as Navigating by Values, Resilience in Stressful Times, and Healthwise Living. As an author, Coach Minx leads workshops at spas and wellness centers as well as for the Women’s Foundation of Florida for those who want to write a book or articles for publication or simply want to learn to journal their personal reflections more effectively. Minx is the CJO – Chief Journaling Officer – for Purpose Journals, a company that offers unique journals, webinars, tools, an active writing community along with significant support for anyone who wants to “discover yourself on the page.” Minx is involved with developing and presenting local Sustainable Living initiatives including, because of her background in nutrition and wellness, programs on Food Glorious Food – A Sustainable Perspective. For the past 10 years, she has been sending out a Balance Point Newsletter every other week – thought-provoking ideas, questions, and action challenges - along with selections of poetry from her poem-a-day practice – all from a coach perspective. You can sign up to receive them on her website.

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    • I’m delighted that you appreciate how your poem was featured, Minx. It’s wonderful to hear that your own work resonates so strongly with your current focus, especially during challenging times. Your ability to create poetry that reflects and supports your approach to life is truly special. It’s a testament to your skill as a poet that you can capture such relevant emotions and thoughts in your work. …

  1. Yes thoughts are as powerful as the towering tress. And when pit into action is when they are Watered and grow on great things just like this poem. Yes we must hold fast to our beliefs and carry on! Don’t let anyone change your mind on your own success. If you can think it you can make your dreams come true Xx great poem!

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